Clever: Experts claims the creatures have the problem-solving abilities of a two-year-old child

The unusual animals have become popular pets around the world causing an illegal black market of wild gliders to form.

The creature has very soft, mink-like fur with a black stripe that runs the full length of its body, down the spine.

The glider also has dramatic black markings on its face, legs and back. Measuring 5-6 inches with a bushy tail of equal length, the adult glider weighs up to six ounces, with the male slightly heavier.

Little: Sugar gliders Logan and Mia are even smaller than a cell phone

Family: The sugar gliders Mama P and Baby P have a snuggle

Wings: Derrick Large watches his sugar glider Mama P glide through the air as Tamra gives Zoe a tasty snack